GTA Special Zone
We propose a time-limited Special Zone with Ontario to build what the GTA needs: by-right mid-rise near transit, streamlined appeals, HST relief for rentals, utility SLAs, and accelerated trades credentials:paired with city accountability and safety commitments.
- The region's housing deficit and productivity drag are linked to slow, uncertain delivery.
- Unlock X additional PBR starts over 3 years.
- Reduce median approval times by 50% for qualifying projects.
By-right: mid-rise forms on transit corridors; clear massing/height rules.
Appeals: fast-track docket for compliant rentals.
Tax relief: targeted HST relief on new rentals.
Utilities: connection SLAs with penalties.
Workforce: credential recognition + accelerated training seats.
City give-backs: dashboards; Clean Corridor surge near sites; apprenticeship guarantees.
MOU draft; legislative ask tabled.
First qualifying projects approved; utility SLAs active.
- Qualifying projects approved/started
- Appeal timelines (median)
- Utility hook-up times
- Public MOU; quarterly joint report with Province; sunset clauses.
It sets clear rules for eligible forms; design quality and mitigation are still required.